Shore Excursions
(Panama Shore Excursions Departing Fuerte Amador & Balboa Cruise Ship Ports)
Lush jungle & wildlife, indigenous cultures, historical sightseeing, the Panama Canal… the variety of Panama shore excursions offer something for everyone in your family regardless of what they are interested in. At the Real Deal Tours we have over 10 years of experience of successfully handling cruise ship guests and ensuring they get the most out of their shore excursions.
If you are fortunate enough to be coming into Fuerte Amador or Balboa cruise ship terminals, there are several public shore excursions in Panama City you can hop on... literally. The most economical shore excursion in Panama is the Hop On Hop Off bus tour. In fact, the bus stops in Fuerte Amador right where your ship tenders! If you prefer a more in-depth sightseeing tour, our Panama City & Panama Canal tour is better value.
For those a bit more adventurous, Panama bike tours on the Amador Causeway or in Casco Viejo are a great alternative. Panama has some of the best biking trails and paths. If you want to explore a bit off the beaten path, our Monkey Island & Indian Village combo is one of our top selling shore excursions in Panama. Nature & culture in one amazing experience in the Panama Canal watershed.
Limited time in port? Not able to fit in all the sites you want to see? We got you covered. We have put together some "Express" tours that hit just a few of our most popular destinations in Panama City. If your ship does not pass through the Panama Canal, you might want to hit up the Miraflores Locks museum. If you want to get to the heart of Panama, then a visit to the charming Casco Viejo is a must. And if you have time, a journey from past to present takes you to both the ruins of the original site of Panama City, Panama La Vieja & Casco Viejo.
If you prefer to escape the city, we have some shortened of our best selling combo. Choose either Monkey Island or a visit to the Embera Wounaan indigenous village and make it back in time. If nature is your thing, we have excellent naturalist guides that can take you birding or hiking in Metropolitan Natural Park.
If you have only one day to see all the best of Panama, we highly recommend booking one of our private shore excursions. We can customize your own private tour departing from either Colon or Panama City. You design your own tour, or let our professional guides suggest the best itinerary for you based on your interests and time in port. With private tours, the choice is yours!
- Quality!! We have hand-selected our tour providers based on our personal experience and trust that they are going to provide our clients with the best possible Panama shore excursion experience
- Discounts!! We know many of you are on a budget, so we discount our tours rather than raise the pricing like the cruise ships do. The same great Panama shore excursions at a lower price are hard to beat!
- Worry Free Booking!! We offer a 'No Port No Pay' policy just like the cruise ships so you do not have to be concerned if your ship does not arrive into port with our money back guarantee.
- Intimate Personal Experience. Unlike most tours booked directly through your ships Shore Excursions counter, we offer small group tours for a more personal intimate experience to get the most out of your Panama experience.
- Dedicated Customer Service. Before your cruise departure, during your cruise itinerary, and once you have returned home, our knowledgeable customer service staff is available by phone or email 365 days a year to ensure everything involving your Panama cruise excursion is smooth sailing!
Servicing the Pacific Ports of Panama City (Fuerte Amador & Balboa) as well as the Atlantic ports of Colon (Colon 2000 & Cristobal), we are sure to have a shore excursion that is perfect for you.
So what are you waiting for? Check out some of the amazing activities that are available from your cruise port!
Panama City & Canal Tour
Avoid over crowded bus tours and experience all the best highlights the city has to offer!
Length: 8 hours.
Includes: Transportation, Guide, Full Entrance Fees to Miraflores Locks, Punta Culebra, Ancon Hill, Casco Viejo.
Adult:
Retail:
$90.00Real Deal: $85.00
Children:
Retail:
$65.00Real Deal: $60.00
Monkey Island & Indian Village Combo Tour
Combine Native Indigenous Cultures with Native wildlife in this full day of adventure along the Panama Canal.
Length: 8 hours.
Includes: Transportation, Guide, Boat, Indian Village.
Adult:
Retail:
$120.00Real Deal: $110.00
Children:
Retail:
$60.00Real Deal: $55.00
Hop On Hop Off Panama City Sightseeing Tour
One of the best deals on shore excursions in Panama, the Panama City Hop On Hop Off bus tour departs every hour from Amador and is a great way to see the top tourist attractions in Panama. Visit the highlights of Panama such as the Miraflores Locks, the former US military zone and the historical disctrict of Casco Viejo and all at your own leisurely pace.
Length: 24 or 48 hours, your choice!
Departures: Runs daily from 8:30am to 5:30pm
24 Hours:
Retail:
$33.00Real Deal: $33.00
48 Hours:
Retail:
$35.00Real Deal: $35.00
Children (4-12):
Retail:
$20.00Real Deal: $20.00
Taboga Island One Day Tour
Discover more of the culture and intriguing history that surrounds Panama City in our Taboga Island One Day Tour to the Pearl Islands! Take a break from the traffic and glide away from the skyscrapers on our Taboga Island Express Fast Ferry to one of the best beach breaks in Panama.
Length: 3-8 Hours, you decide!
Departures: Departs at 8:00AM, 9:00AM and 11:00AM
Adult:
Retail:
$65.00Real Deal: $60.00
Child (4-12):
Retail:
$49.00Real Deal: $47.00
Casco Viejo City Bike Tour
Avoid the crowded cruise ship excursions and explore Panama's UNESCO World Heritage Sites by bicycle with the guidance of our bilingual guides on our Casco Viejo Bike Tour in Panama City. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Length: Approximately 3 hours.
Departures: 8:00am.
Adult/Children:
Retail:
$65.00Real Deal: $60.00
Amador Causeway Bike Tour
Panama City sightseeing from the vantage point of your own bicycle. The Amador Causeway Bike Tour is the perfect way to escape the crowds and cruise your way around one of Panama’s important historical sites.
Length: Approximately 3 hours.
Departures: 8:00am.
Adult/Children:
Retail:
$65.00Real Deal: $60.00
Miraflores Locks Express Tour
Skip right to the most important man-made marvel in the Americas, the Panama Canal Locks at Miraflores.
Length: 3 hours.
Includes: Transportation, Fees, Museum, Exhibits, & Short Historical Film.
Adult/Children:
Retail:
$70.00Real Deal: $65.00
Casco Viejo Panama Express Tour
Get to the heart of Panama City and avoid the crowds and let our local guide take you back in time along cobblestone streets to the eclectic cornerstone of the city found at the UNESCO World Heritage site Casco Viejo.
Length: 2 hours.
Includes: Transportation, Entrance Fees, Bi-lingual Guide.
Adult/Children:
Retail:
$62.00Real Deal: $55.00
Metro Park & Punta Culebra Discovery Eco-Tour
From wildlife to marine life, the whole family will enjoy this hands-on nature eco- adventure.
Length: 4 hours.
Includes: Transportation, Fees, Guided Hike, Naturalist Guide at Punta Culebra Smithsonian Research Institute.
Adult/Children:
Retail:
$185.00Real Deal: $166.00
Panama City Past to Present Combo Tour
Combine the histories of Panama La Vieja & Casco Viejo and you have the keystone that created the present day Panama City leading to the eventual construction of the Panama Canal. A great starting point to your vacation.
Length: 4 hours.
Includes: Transportation, Entrance Fees, Bi-lingual Guide.
Adult/Children:
Retail:
$108.00Real Deal: $97.00
Monkey Island Tour
Discover the wild side of Panama just a short journey outside of the city! This half day adventure packs it all in just a few hours.
Length: 4 hours.
Includes: Transportation, Guide, Eco-tour by boat on Lake Gatun.
Adult:
Retail:
$100.00Real Deal: $90.00
Children (5-10):
Retail:
$50.00Real Deal: $45.00
Indian Village Tour
Avoid the large groups of theme park style shows with your cruise ships and come with us for a truly unique and intimate experience with an indigenous Wounaan tribe.
Length: 4 hours.
Includes: Transportation, Guide, Boat, Indian Village.
Adult:
Retail:
$90.00Real Deal: $85.00
Children (5-10):
Retail:
$45.00Real Deal: $41.00
Bird Watching Metropolitan Natural Park
Over 250 species of birds, reptiles & amphibians are waiting for you and your binoculars with the help of our expert Birdwatching guides.
Length: 3 hours.
Includes: Transportation, Park Fees, Expert Birding Guide.
Adult/Children:
Contact us for a quote.
Hiking Metropolitan Natural Park Nature Trails
Come and explore the jungle and its abundance of wildlife all within Panama City limits.
Length: 3 hours.
Includes: Transportation, Fees, Guide.
Adult/Children:
Contact us for a quote.
Private Guided Shore Excursions - Panama City
Coming Soon! Please contact us if you are interested in this tour and we are happy to help you.
Please contact us, prices varies depending on itinerary.
Length: 4-8 hours.
Departures: 9:00am (or your choice!)
Adult:
Retail:
$0.00Real Deal: $0.00
Private Guided Shore Excursions - Colon
Coming Soon! Please contact us if you are interested in this tour and we are happy to help you.
Please contact us, prices varies depending on itinerary.
Length: 4 hours.
Departures: Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
Adult:
Retail:
$0.00Real Deal: $0.00
Panama Whale Watching Private Charters
Private whale watching charters to the Pearl Islands Panama. Customize your own 8 hour private snorkeling, island hopping and whale watching trip for you and 8 of your friends on our comfy 27’ Proline perfect for whale watching. Departs any time any day of the week!
Length: 8 Hours.
Includes: Snorkel equipment, Fishing gear, Water, Beer, Juices, Sports Drinks and BBQ unit
Per Boat:
Retail:
$1,284.00Real Deal: $1,150.00
Private Panama Boat Charter
Private boat charters. Customize your own 8 hour private snorkeling, island hopping and whale watching trip for you and 8 of your friends on our comfy 27’ Proline perfect for whale watching. Departs any time any day of the week!
Length: Approx: 8 Hours.
Departures: Any time any day you choose.
COMING SOON
Per Boat:
Retail:
$0.00Real Deal: $0.00
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